Explore the fascinating world of Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD) characterization with Stuart Wright and Matt Nowell. They discuss measuring grain size, phase distribution, texture, and more. Learn about advancements in metal identification, detector technology, and applications across industries. Sponsored by Gatan and American Elements.
EBSD provides insights into crystal orientations and structures, impacting material properties.
Machine learning in EBSD systems enhances pattern analysis and defect characterization for advanced materials research.
Deep dives
Introduction to Materialism Podcast and Guests' Background
The podcast episode introduces the Materialism Podcast, focusing on material science and engineering. It features hosts Andrew Falkhousekin and Taylor Sparks, who welcome guests Stuart Wright and Matt Nowall from Amitec. The guests share their backgrounds, highlighting their academic journeys and professional experiences in mechanical engineering and materials characterization.
Understanding EBSD and Its Significance
EBSD, which stands for Electron Backscatter Diffraction, is discussed in the episode as a technique used in scanning electron microscopes. It involves shooting electrons into a sample, analyzing their diffraction patterns to understand crystal orientations and structures. EBSD provides insights into materials' symmetry, properties, and formations, such as in metals, rocks, or semiconductors. The technique aids in revealing how microstructures impact properties like conductivity, strength, and deformation in materials.
Challenges and Innovations in EBSD Technology
The podcast delves into the recent advancements in EBSD technology, focusing on overcoming challenges like sample preparation, spatial resolution, and beam current doses. The introduction of direct detectors in EBSD systems has revolutionized the field by reducing read noise, enhancing spatial resolution, and enabling lower beam doses for intricate materials analysis. Machine learning applications in microscopy are also discussed, hinting at future enhancements in pattern analysis, orientation precision, and defect characterization.
Applications and Future Prospects of EBSD in Material Science
EBSD is highlighted for its diverse applications spanning various industries, including steel, semiconductors, and earth sciences. The technique aids in understanding electromigration, phase identification, and crystallographic misorientations critical for material design. Future prospects of EBSD technology involve leveraging machine learning for pattern enhancement, defect detection, and phase differentiation, paving the way for personalized material microstructures for additive manufacturing and advanced materials research.
There’s more to a material’s microstructure than meets the eye! In this episode of the Materialism Podcast we dive into the world of Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD) characterization, and discuss some of the important properties you can measure with it including grain size, phase distribution, texture, and more! To help us navigate this topic, we sat down with Stuart Wright and Matt Nowell from AMETEK who lend us decades of experience and intimate knowledge of the technique to provide thorough coverage of the past, present, and future of EBSD.
This episode is sponsored by Gatan. A leading manufacturer or products designed to enhance and extend the life of electron microscopes. You can learn more about their products and services by visiting their website.
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The Materialism Podcast is sponsored by American Elements, a leading manufacturer and supplier of materials. You can learn more about their work and services by visiting their website.
This Materialism Podcast is also sponsored by Materials Today, an Elsevier community dedicated to the creation and sharing of materials science knowledge and experience through their peer-reviewed journals, academic conferences, educational webinars, and more.
Thanks to Kolobyte and Alphabot for letting us use their music in the show!
If you have questions or feedback please send us emails at materialism.podcast@gmail.com or connect with us on social media: Instagram, Twitter.
Materialism Team: Taylor Sparks (co-host, co-creator), Andrew Falkowski (co-host, co-creator), Jared Duffy (production, marketing, and editing).
Keywords: EBSD Electron Backscattering Diffraction microstructure
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